FRENCH POLITICAL TURMOIL
What is happening in Madagascar? President flees country after alleged assassination attempt amid mass protests and military unrest Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina confirmed he is safe after an assassination attempt amid escalating political turmoil. Fleeing the nation aboard a French army aircraft, Rajoelina's departure follows the military's backing of youth-led protest...
14 Oct, 2025, 04.22 AM ISTCharting the global economy: Political drama grips France Central banks globally are adjusting interest rates. US spirits exports are declining due to tariffs. Argentina is depleting dollar reserves to support its currency.
12 Oct, 2025, 10.11 AM ISTFrance gets new Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu - second time PM in one week. Can Emmanuel Macron save government this time? In naming Sebastien Lecornu, 47-year-old Emmanuel Macron risks the wrath of his political rivals, who have argued that the best way out of the country's deepest political crisis in decades was for Macron to either hold snap parliamentary elections o...
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Yen heads for sharpest weekly fall in a year as rate hike wagers recede The yen is experiencing its steepest weekly fall in a year, driven by dwindling hopes of a Bank of Japan rate hike and political uncertainty. Meanwhile, the euro is near two-month lows due to French political turmoil, impacting budget stability. The...
10 Oct, 2025, 07.27 AM ISTAhead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Friday Indian markets advanced on Thursday, led by IT and metal stocks, as investors grew optimistic ahead of TCS earnings and a rebound in base metal prices. Sensex rose 398 points, while Nifty gained 136 points.
09 Oct, 2025, 10.28 PM ISTU.S. Dollar rate prediction for October: USD heads for best week in year. What to expect? The increase in US dollar or yen has been quite relentless, and it seems like nothing can stop it from rallying.
09 Oct, 2025, 08.27 AM ISTDollar set for best week in a year as yen struggles The dollar strengthened this week, driven by a weakening yen amid political shifts in Japan and ongoing U.S. government shutdown concerns. Investors sought safe havens like gold as global political uncertainty persisted. The yen's slide and France's...
09 Oct, 2025, 07.36 AM ISTEuropean shares rise slightly on banks, energy boost; tech, autos curb gains European shares inched higher on Wednesday with banks and energy stocks leading early gains, though gains were kept in check by losses in automobile stocks following BMW's forecast cut and technology names amid U.S. calls for export bans.
08 Oct, 2025, 01.17 PM ISTEuropean bond yields rise amidst French political turmoil Euro zone bond yields rose on Tuesday, a day after French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu unexpectedly resigned, deepening a political crisis in Europe's second-biggest economy.
07 Oct, 2025, 01.59 PM ISTCopper declines on dollar rally despite Grasberg worries Copper prices have fallen after a strong weekly gain. The US dollar strengthened against the Japanese Yen and Euro. This was driven by political developments in Japan and France. A stronger dollar makes copper more expensive for international buyers...
07 Oct, 2025, 05.52 AM ISTFrench PM Sébastien Lecornu resigns in just 26 days: here’s why, and will the Parliament be dissolved? France plunged into renewed political unrest on Monday as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu stepped down less than a month into his term. His resignation comes only 26 days after being appointed by President Emmanuel Macron.
06 Oct, 2025, 02.35 PM ISTFrench Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigns amid political turmoil; his net worth, personal details and family French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned on Monday, just hours after unveiling his cabinet, plunging France into renewed political uncertainty. His abrupt departure follows weeks of internal tensions and widespread criticism of his governmen...
06 Oct, 2025, 02.30 PM ISTFrance President Emmanuel Macron unveils new government but PM Sebastien Lecornu faces risk of being toppled France Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu's two immediate predecessors, Francois Bayrou and Michel Barnier, were ousted in a standoff over France's austerity budget in a deeply divided parliament.
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03 Oct, 2025, 05.20 PM ISTEiffel Tower closed as nationwide strikes held across France against austerity French cities saw protests against spending cuts and for higher taxes on the wealthy. Major unions called for action amid budget talks and political changes. The Eiffel Tower closed due to the strike. Unions urge Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to ...
02 Oct, 2025, 09.12 PM ISTBon Appetit, Your Majesty finale episode in India: When and where to watch Lee Chae-min and Im Yoon-ah's K-drama on OTT? Episode 11 recap The K-drama Bon Appetit, Your Majesty approaches its finale today. Episode 11 revealed King Yi Heon's mother was poisoned by his grandmother. Prince Jesan murdered the Dowager Queen Mother, framing the king. Loyalists were killed. Read on to know wh...
28 Sep, 2025, 09.09 AM ISTStrikes and protests roil France, pitting the streets against Macron and his new prime minister France witnessed widespread protests against President Emmanuel Macron's policies. Demonstrators expressed anger over budget cuts and economic inequality. Public services faced disruptions as transportation workers joined the strike. Clashes between...
19 Sep, 2025, 12.54 PM ISTFrom UK to Poland, Europe is becoming the ungovernable continent Europe's leaders face increasing challenges in governing due to strained budgets, political fragmentation, and energized opposition. France and the UK are particularly struggling, with rising debt yields and the far-right gaining traction. This inst...
18 Sep, 2025, 10.18 AM ISTEuropean shares steady as M&A optimism offsets French political turmoil European shares remained stable. Merger deals provided initial optimism. This offset political uncertainty in France. Francois Bayrou's ouster impacted market sentiment. Anglo American's shares rose after merger with Teck Resources. Monte dei Paschi...
09 Sep, 2025, 01.21 PM ISTFrench government collapse: France President Emmanuel Macron to name new Prime Minister, replacing Francois Bayrou who resigns. Snap elections to be declared? France Prime Minister Francois Bayrou is all set to submit resignation even as French President Emmanuel Macron will make big announcement soon.
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